Episode 133 of the "High Regard Show," "Oh to Be a Dog," has gone to the dogs! We talk to Shannon Sardella Arnold, a lifelong dog lover who founded dog-walking and dog-sitting service Oh to Be a Dog in Los Angeles in 2010. She has since expanded the business to New York City — and added wedding, proposal and engagement services to meet the ever-growing trend of including your dog in your wedding.

Shannon explains the services that Oh to Be a Dog provides for your big day, which includes pet care, pick up, drop off, assistance for those super-cute photos and more, and some valuable things to keep in mind to make sure your dog has just as good a day as you should.

Because Tom thought — and had to share the fact — that he initially thought Shannon was in the business of putting on weddings for dogs with Oh to Be a Dog, we had to skip “The POTSie,” but fear not, the segment will be back next week to cover all the "joys" of postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome.

Our rescue pit bull/studio manager Kona may not be in a wedding anytime soon, but you can still follow her adorable antics via @TheKonaPersona on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook.

Oh to Be a Dog interview: 13:42:02

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http://www.ohtobeadog.com/weddings.html

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In Episode 132, “Fantasy Island,” we talk about our recent move to Roosevelt Island, the two-mile long oasis that is part of Manhattan, New York, but yet is worlds away.

We share a brief history of the East River sliver that was once known as Welfare Island — and Lunatic Island — as well as some of our favorite spots so far to catch not only amazing views of Midtown but also our breath.

The conversation continues in “The POTSie,” in which Tom talks about how moving to Roosevelt Island will enable him to now think about adding a weight regime to his exercise routine — and how long he has to wait to see a real POTS specialist here in the city.

Need a dose of cute in your life? Follow our studio manager and rescue pit bull Kona’s antics as she settles into her new home on Roosevelt Island via @TheKonaPersona on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook.

“The POTSie” segment: 43:17:16

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Hey, remember us? We're back after a hiatus for Episode 131, “Peculiar Patriot," in which we speak to Liza Jessie Peterson, writer and star of "The Peculiar Patriot," a scathing and funny commentary on the U.S. prison system. Before Liza takes the show out on the road, "The Peculiar Patriot" will have a run at the National Black Theatre of Harlem starting July 11.

Liza, who spent two decades working with inmates at Rikers Island, tells us how "The Peculiar Patriot" came about, what it was like performing it in front of inmates and if she ever thinks we will see real prison reform in the U.S.

In “The POTSie,” Tom talks about how detrimental the high temperatures that have been plaguing New York City are affecting his system — and sounds off on some online trolls offering their disproving two cents about medical marijuana.

Need a dose of cute in your life? Follow our studio manager and rescue pit bull Kona’s antics via @TheKonaPersona on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook.

Liza Jessie Peterson interview: 09:32:11

“The POTSie” segment: 33:41:00

To learn more about Liza Jessie Peterson and "The Peculiar Patriot,"

Website:

http://www.nationalblacktheatre.org/peculiar-patriot

Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/liza.j.peterson

Twitter:

https://twitter.com/lizajessiep

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https://www.instagram.com/lizajessiepeterson/

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In Episode 130, “Trusted Housesitters,” we speak to Angela Laws of Trusted Housesitters, which is a bit like Airbnb but with pets. Angela tells us how she got her start with the company that's taken her around the world to stay with a variety of pets in the comfort of their own home while their owners travel. She tells us how the yearly membership works and how TrustedHouseitters benefits pets, owners and especially its sitters, because what is better than traveling the world to stay with dogs? Or cats, horses or something even more exotic if that's your bag, baby?

In “The POTSie,” Tom talks about how week one of being on dronabinol is going (spoiler: not good!) and shares some snacks from his childhood that he's resurfaced that might be good for others who suffer from POTS syndrome.

Need a dose of cute in your life? Follow our studio manager and rescue pit bull Kona’s antics via @TheKonaPersona on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook.

Angela Laws interview: 08:33:17

“The POTSie” segment: 36:15:10

To learn more about Trusted Housesitters, visit:

Website:

https://www.trustedhousesitters.com/us/

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In Episode 129, “Making Music with Jeff Russo,” we speak to Jeff Russo, a two-time Grammy-nominated and Emmy-winning composer for hit TV shows like 'Fargo," "Counterpart" and our personal favorite, "Legion." Jeff tells us how he made the jump from his super-successful '90s band Tonic to composing thanks to some inspiration from Prince's former bandmates Wendy & Lisa, what it's like working on "Legion" and why he's not hitting the road with Tonic this summer.

In “The POTSie” this week, Tom talks about dronabinol, the new medication he just started to help curb his POTS syndrome-induced nausea, which is becoming ever worse, and how the pill so far seems to be also helping his appetite — and ushering in whole new era of mood swings.

Need a dose of cute in your life? Follow our studio manager and rescue pit bull Kona’s antics via @TheKonaPersona on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook.

Jeff Russo Interview: 07:48:00

“The POTSie” segment: 37:55:00

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In Episode 128, “MedMen,” we talk to Daniel Yi, vice president of corporate communications at MedMen. On 4/20, the California-based medical marijuana dispensary opened its first New York City location on swanky Fifth Avenue, and Daniel tells us why it was something 20 years in the making, how he feels about the future of cannabis in the U.S. and shares a personal story about how medical marijuana helped his father.

Tom and Nikki also discuss MedMen's aesthetics, how it differs from other dispensaries Tom's visited here in the city and the products MedMen offers to card-carrying medical marijuana patients.

In "The POTSie," Tom talks about how a recent outbreak of hot-AF weather in the city has been affecting his POTS syndrome for the worse and getting through a recent rough patch of debilitating nausea.

Need a dose of cute in your life? Follow our studio manager and rescue pit bull Kona’s antics via @TheKonaPersona on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook.

Daniel Yi of MedMen interview: 17:18:24

“The POTSie” segment: 42:32:21

To learn more about MedMen, visit:

Website:

https://medmen.com

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In Episode 127, “For Your Health,” "The POTSie" takes over as we speak with Jim Curtis, director of Remedy Health Media, about the chronic, undiagnosed illness he's been living with for the better part of two decades. Jim shares his tips for coping and staying calm as you navigate life post-diagnosis while also managing your health and a demanding career. He also gives some advice for how family members can interact, relate and show they care without being too helicopter-y to chronic illness sufferers.

Need a dose of cute in your life? Follow our studio manager and rescue pit bull Kona’s antics via @TheKonaPersona on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook.

Jim Curtis of Remedy Health Media interview: 12:01:00

“The POTSie” segment: N/A

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http://www.remedyhealthmedia.com

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In Episode 126, “4/20 With Tommy Chong,” we speak with America's sweetheart of cannabis, the legendary Tommy Chong, who will spend his holiday at The Capitol Theater in New York with Cheech to celebrate the 40th anniversary of "Up In Smoke."

Tommy tells us what fans can expect from the iconic stoner duo at the show, whether we'll ever see a new Cheech & Chong movie, who he'd like to smoke with in the Trump administration and then he blazed through a fire round to answer Nikki's burning questions about his favorite strain, method of imbibing, munchies and more.

In “The POTSie,” Tom talks about making edibles with his medical marijuana, what it helps and why it, as he says, "ain't going nowhere."

Need a dose of cute in your life? Follow our studio manager and rescue pit bull Kona’s antics via @TheKonaPersona on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook.

Tommy Chong interview: 08:34:21

“The POTSie” segment: 39:07:01

To learn more about Cheech & Chong's show at The Capitol Theatre, visit:

Website:

https://www.thecapitoltheatre.com/event/1559443-cheech-chong-port-chester/

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In Episode 125, "Lucky Chick," we speak with Felicity Seidel, whose solo show, “Lucky Chick” opens April 19 at The Paradise Factory in New York. From growing up on the then-mean streets of New York City and being plucked from the audience by the Grateful Dead to run-ins with drug cartels, “Lucky Chick” details Felicity’s wild-but-true life of sex, drugs and rock 'n' roll. She tells us how the show came about, what former beau Bob Weir knows of the show and how she'd fare growing up in today's New York City.

In “The POTSie" this week, Tom opens up about deflecting the steady stream of health advice that pours in from his loved ones (yes, even Nikki's), including a very honest answer to the all-too-popular suggestion of calling his doctor(s) when he's having one of his bad days.

Need a dose of cute in your life? Follow our studio manager and rescue pit bull Kona's antics via @TheKonaPersona on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook.

Felicity Seidel interview: 08:34:21

“The POTSie” segment: 39:07:01

To learn more about Felicity Seidel and "Lucky Chick," visit:

Website:

https://www.luckychick.nyc

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In Episode 124, "Dreaming With DMC," we speak with Darryl “DMC” McDaniels of Run-DMC about his involvement in MSG's Garden of Dreams Foundation, which is holding its first-ever benefit concert on March 23 and its annual talent show, which puts more than 100 kids facing obstacles on stage at Radio City, on March 27.

Darryl, the creative director of the talent show, tells us the personal story that explains why his work with Garden of Dreams is so important to him, what attendees can expect from the first concert and what makes the talent show so special.

In “The POTSie" this week, Tom opens up about deflecting the steady stream of health advice that pours in from his loved ones (yes, even Nikki's), including a very honest answer to the all-too-popular suggestion of calling his doctor(s) when he's having one of his bad days.

Need a dose of cute in your life? Follow our studio manager and rescue pit bull Kona's antics via @TheKonaPersona on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook.

Daryl "DMC" McDaniels Interview: 08:56:18

“The POTSie” segment: 39:30:1

To learn more about the Garden of Dreams Foundation, visit:

Website:

https://www.gardenofdreamsfoundation.org

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